Will Labour’s cold winter of cuts be worth it? – podcast | News

Will Labour’s cold winter of cuts be worth it? – podcast | News

Keir Starmer has been talking a lot about “tough decisions” since he became prime minister this summer. For some of his MPs, tough decisions came almost immediately – with a vote on the two-child benefit cap. Seven Labour MPs who rebelled against the party line and voted to scrap the cap found they had the … Read more

Most Democrats say government should provide it for all

Most Democrats say government should provide it for all

(NewsNation) — Most Americans believe the federal government should be responsible for ensuring every citizen receives health care, per a survey conducted by Pew Research Center. Of the 8,709 U.S. citizens who partook in the survey, 65% of Americans believe the burden should lie on the government. An emphatic majority of Democrats (88%) believe it … Read more

DWP benefit claimants with common condition could see payout rise

DWP benefit claimants with common condition could see payout rise

People suffering from a common health condition could be eligible for a monthly payment of £737 from the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP). Snoring, often dismissed as a minor annoyance, can sometimes escalate into a more serious condition known as sleep apnoea, which can significantly impact your quality of life. Those diagnosed with this … Read more

Symptoms of a deadly and heartbreaking disease can be prevented and eased with gardening

Symptoms of a deadly and heartbreaking disease can be prevented and eased with gardening

Lauren Frake, elderly care expert at Taking Care Personal Alarms, said in a press release: “We understand how challenging it can be to care for someone who is suffering from dementia, and the strain of finding suitable activities or hobbies for them.” “Maintaining physical and cognitive functions is important to keep the brain stimulated, and … Read more

‘DWP left me with £1.88 a month – I’ve been pushed into £3k debt’

‘DWP left me with £1.88 a month – I’ve been pushed into £3k debt’

Married couple Daniel and Esperanza Walsh who were paid £1.80 a month in Universal Credit (Image: ©Karwai Tang) A pensioner has been forced into a £3,000 debt after his Universal Credit payments were slashed to just £1.88 a month. Daniel Walsh, 74, said he was “destroyed” following the move by the Department for Work and … Read more